200vs700

[Jvette73]

Over all which one is generally a better choice for swap into a earlier model Chevy powered vehicle? Can you list some pros and cons of each one? I have a 200 in my 73 Vette and love it. Theres a debate on another forum as to which is better. The 200 or the 700? Some people say that the 700 is stronger hands down. Is this true?

 

[chris718]

THE 700R4 IS STRONGER IN STOCK FORM THAN A 2004R,SO IF LOOKING TO RETROFIT WITHOUT SPENDING MONEY THE 700R4 WILL BE A BETTER CHOICE.I WOULD RATHER SEE YOU USE A WELL BUILT 2004R AS THE GEAR RATIO IS MORE FAVORABLE IN MOST APPLICATIONS AND CAN PROVIDE BETTER FUEL ECONOMY WITH IT NUMERICALLY LOWER OVERDRIVE.WITH THE RIGHT PARTS THOUGH A 700R4 CAN BE MADE JUST AS RELIABLE.CAMSHAFT LCA AND DURATION AND FINAL DRIVE WOULD BE IMPORTANT IN MAKING A FINAL DESCISION.PLEASE TELL ME WHERE TO FIND THE DEBATE ,ID LIKE TO SEE IT.

 

[Jvette73]

Heres the link Chris

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?&id=619883&postid=1544744146#1544744146

 

[zam70]

Go getum Chris

 

[chris718]

IM ON THE WAY.

 

[HOTTOGO]

You have to consider dimensions and the cost involved in crossmember and driveshaft, if you had a th350 in it, the 200 would be more easily to retofit than the 700.

 

[turbo nasty]

Different tailshaft lengths on the 700r4 can make the fitment easier without the crossmember relocation. My partner changed from a 200 to a 700 and never changed the crossmember just a a different tailshaft. I am not sure the #'s though maybe some of these others cats might know.

 

[2quiktocare]

The other consideration with the two is that there are far more improved parts for a 200 than the 700. That and the gearing is more favorable on the 200 as far as I am concerned. Mark